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Book Club Monday

posted on : April 25, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Most of us have children in middle and high school classes.  Times are so different now, then when we were the same age.  There are so many things our children have to juggle: school, friendships, technological advances,  the difficult college process, sports and so many more day to day issues.  Ian Thomas Malone, a fellow BC Grad!!!!!  wrote an incredible book to help deal with many of these issues.  His book Five High School Dialogues is simply brilliant and a MUST READ for all teenagers and their parents.  The story goes like this….

High School, a rite of passage for all American teenagers, can be a daunting experience. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a little help along the way? George Tecce, known as The Chief, takes a hiatus from his collegiate adventures to help students navigate through the often daunting labyrinth with his signature oft-kilter enlightening comedy. No topic is off limits as The Chief breaks down high school for students and parents discussing such topics as bullying, prom, and the dreaded group project. Refreshingly unique and accessible, Five High School Dialogues is the perfect all-inclusive guide to high school.

To purchase this book on Amazon, click HERE.







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Weekend Real Estate Stalking

posted on : April 23, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

In honor of Shirley Temple’s birthday, I thought I would share, with you, her LA home.  It is just as adorable and sweet as she was. Rumor has it when it was on the market, it sold within two weeks!!!! Enjoy!!! Bon Weekend!!!!

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Fashionable Friend Friday

posted on : April 22, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Happy Earth Day!!!  Today’s Fashionable Friend Friday are the Gurus of cleaning, Gwen Whiting and Lindsay Boyd of the Laundress.  These two amazing ladies started this company after long stints at Ralph Lauren and Chanel.  They were finding that the dry cleaner was ruining many of their prize garments.  So as graduates of the Cornell University’s Fiber Science, Textile, and Apparel Management and Design Program they saw the opportunity to advance the world of fabric care.  Their products are incredible.  I love each one.  I am addicted to their Wrinkle Release and everything gets sprayed with their Fabric Fresh.  Their flagship store on Prince St is so gorgeous and I love going there to just look around, watch cleaning demonstrations and learn new techniques.  For more information about the Laundress or to view all of their life-changing products, click HERE



I was lucky enough to interview Gwen and Lindsay and hear all of their cleaning and laundry secrets.  To Listen, click HERE

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Are You Pantry Ready?

posted on : April 21, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
I get tons of emails, texts from readers complaining that putting dinner on the table night after night is sooo challenging.  Everyone is running out of ideas.  I feel you for sure!!!!  Yesterday, I went to the most amazing cooking demonstration at K’s Kitchen.  My friend Karen does a weekly cooking class where you gather with friends and she makes 3 family friendly, easy entrees, with sides and even throws in a starter and dessert.  Everyone eats what she makes and takes notes on the printed recipes she provides.  What a great idea.  Karen is helping us to bring family dinner back!!!!!  We loved watching Karen at her craft.  She sure has a knack for cooking and chopping!!!!!  Karen says a stocked pantry is key to getting the nightly meals on the table.  She kindly shared her coveted list with us. For more information on K’s Kitchen or to get in touch with Karen, contact her, knschulz@verizon.net.






Pantry/Fridge Essentials:
2 cans of chick peas/garbanzo beans
Jarred anchovies in oil
Jarred hearts of palm (I like Sun Pix brand from Costco)
2 large cans crushed San Marzano Tomatoes
1 15oz can tomato sauce
1 15oz can diced tomatoes
Peanut butter, smooth and chunky
Vinegars; champagne, balsamic, red wine, cider, rice
Good olive oil, extra virgin for salads and regular for cooking
Tahini (great in dips, sauces, stir fry)
Capers
Olives; black, Spanish, kalamata
Organic stock; chicken, beef & vegetable
Agave
Real maple syrup
Coarse kosher salt
Water chestnuts
Different shaped pastas
Different grains; rice, farro, Israeli couscous, lentils
Nut assortment; sliced almonds, walnuts, pine nuts
Soy Vay Teriyaki 
Sriracha sauce
Ricotta
Fresh Mozzarella
Thomas’ English Muffins
Panko
Peeled garlic
Plain Organic Greek Yogurt
Cherry tomatoes, I like the assorted colors
Hearts of romaine
Lots of lemons
Carrots
Hothouse cucumbers
Fresh grated parm (June & Ho is my favorite for parm)
Fresh shaved parm
Fish sauce
Follow Your Heart Veganaise (Whole Foods)
Freezer Essentials:
2 dozen pounded chicken breasts (some butchers will shrinkwrap them so they are ready for the freezer)
2 lbs ground chicken
Assorted beef; steaks, ground beef
Sausage: sweet, hot, breakfast links and discs
Dorot frozen garlic, red chili and ginger
1 bag frozen tail on uncooked but cleaned shrimp (Costco)

1 bag frozen cooked shrimp (Costco)





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A Bloody Mary Fit for a Queen

posted on : April 20, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

After the past two day’s posts, I don’t know what I could bring you to follow up and then I found the company Big Tom Bloody Mary mix!!!!!!  It has received the “Royal Warrant” for being a favorite of  Queen Elizabeth herself ;”By Royal appointment to Her Majesty The Queen”.  It is said that this is THE BEST BLOODY MARY MIX OF ALL TIME!!!!  To learn more about this delicious, royal product, click HERE.  Bottoms Up!!!!!



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SJP

posted on : April 19, 2016 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment
Last week was certainly a worldwind for me…..not only did I get to meet Gwyneth but I also met Sarah Jessica Parker, at Bloomingdales, AND previewed her new line of shoes, perfectly named, SJP.  I felt like I was in a scene from Sex and the City.  Sarah Jessica was right in there, on the floor, helping lucky ladies pick the right style shoe for them.  She was so animated and totally channeling sweetheart Carrie Bradshaw.  I really was hoping for a siting of Mr. Big!!!!!!  The shoes were so gorgeous.  The hot pink suede heels were a huge hit.  On my wish list are the “Keating” (see below) and the Rome flat sandal, which SJP was wearing herself!!!!!  To see all the styles available click HERE

The Keating Shoe named after Bloomingdale’s Senior Vice President of Public Relations and Special Events Anne Keating. They are exclusive to Bloomingdales…HOW COOL!!!!!!